Multi-purpose tongs having an incremental cam

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2006-08-08

2006-08-08

Lillis, Eileen D. (Department: 3652)

Handling: hand and hoist-line implements

Hand bars and hand barrows

Opposing jaws

C294S099200

Reexamination Certificate

active

07086676

ABSTRACT:
A multi-purpose tongs having a first tong member that includes a grasping end and a hinge end, and a second tong member that includes a grasping end and a hinge end. The first and the second tong members are pivotally connected to one another by a first pin at their hinge ends. A cam is slidably disposed between the first and the second tong member hinge ends. The cam includes a first transverse slot and a second transverse slot having a plurality of incremental and adjacent support surfaces. The first pin extends through the first transverse slot and limits the slidable movement of the cam. A second pin is attached to the second tong member hinge end and extends through the second transverse slot and is adapted to rest against the plurality of incremental support surfaces.

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